29 July – 1 August 2026

For several years, Turku Sea Jazz has been closely connected to the maritime setting of Forum Marinum. Historic ships, museum spaces and the riverside atmosphere create a unique framework for the festival, and this summer the focus shifts even more strongly toward intimate and immersive live music experiences. The popular museum musicians series returns once […]

The full programme for Turku Sea Jazz 2026 has now been released! From 29 July to 1 August 2026, the maritime jazz festival will spread across the riverside of Turku, the archipelago, and historic venues, offering audiences a unique combination of international top artists, leading names in Finnish jazz, and unforgettable concert settings. The festival […]

Held for the sixth time, Turku Sea Jazz is expanding this summer to Ruissalo Shipyard at the turn of July and August. The evening concert programme in Ruissalo features American pianist Joey Calderazzo, acclaimed British saxophonist Camilla George, and two of the hottest names on the Finnish jazz scene: Selma Savolainen and Maja Mannila. Taking […]

The urban yet maritime Turku Sea Jazz festival announces its first artists for the summer. The concert day on Seili Island on Thursday, July 30, 2026 will feature accordion artist Harri Kuusijärvi and guitarist Raoul Björkenheim’s ensemble POLYFREE. Tickets are now available via Tiketti. The unique setting of Seili once again provides a memorable concert […]